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December
2009
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The Income Secret Right Under Your Nose
A sideways market combined with an uncertain future makes it all the more
important to focus on safe, steady dividends. One asset class accomplishes
this like no other -- but no one seems to notice it. Find out what I'm
talking about. |
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Income Investing's New Frontier
The financial crisis means a new set of rules apply to income investors in
the post-meltdown era. These markets offer historic opportunities for
sky-high yields and growth. |
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How to Earn 26.5% on $20,000
I don't have to tell you how smart a focus on income investing can be. But
you may not understand just how profitable it is over the long run. As
you'll see, having a little patience -- and finding the right stocks -- can
turn even small chunks of cash into a goose that lays golden eggs every
single day. |
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China as a Nuclear Power Play
When the Red Dragon wants something, they take it. We've seen China push
commodity prices to new highs more than once this year. But one commodity
hasn't seen the price appreciation like the others, find out which element
could be sent soaring more than +200%. |
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The Company That Turns Rocks into Gold
While the world struggles to find more and alternative sources of energy,
this company has a technology that turns low cost inputs into high priced
fuel. |
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Today's Biggest Bets Against the Crowd
When's the best time to buy or sell a stock? Contrarians will tell you that
it's when everyone else is doing the opposite. Find out which sectors look
best with these simple indicators. |
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Profit from the $5 Threshold With These Two Stocks
A stock priced below $5 is officially in "penny-stock" territory, which
tends to scare investors away. Several companies are clawing their way back
above this level, and some could see a further pop once they do as
institutions snap them up. |
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Sleep Worry-Free with These Inflation-Proof Investments
Never before has the United States banking system been so flush with cash.
But you can only pull money out of thin air for so long without triggering
inflation. And it's all but certain: Inflation is coming. Find out which
asset class will not only protect your portfolio from inflation but actually
profit from it. |
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Profit from China's Terrible Problem
China is the growth engine of the world. But, it has a massive problem. This
company is coming to the rescue. And, the money just keeps rolling in. |
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The Hottest Places to Invest in 2010
2009 has been a year of uncertainty, filled with bursting bubbles, fears of
inflation and double-dip recessions. This economic forecast could be your
roadmap to which countries to watch and which to avoid in 2010. |
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The Future of America's Natural Gas
The price and demand for natural gas is
so low, companies are cutting back on
drilling. In fact, so many wells have
been shut down, there may not be enough
natural gas next year. Which is really
good news for these companies that have
been preparing for gas' comeback. |
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The Best Way to Buy Emerging Chinese Powerhouses
China can't stop growing. After GDP "slowed" to +6.1%, more than 10 times
the +0.3% United States rate, the country is on pace to grow +9.0% next
year. This newly released ETF is packed full of companies that stand to
benefit from China's continued expansion. |
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How an Overdue Phone Call Led Me to 11.1% Yields
The telecom industry is known for its stable cash flows and high yields, but
is also under pressure from wireless providers. But I've found a certain
area of the industry that is still humming along and paying out yields to
call home about. |
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How to Profit From the "Next" Dubai
Dubai was a great investment, until it went broke. Bubbles always are. But
they don't have to be that way, as long as you know when to get out. |
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Share the Wealth with These Top 10 Keepers of Cash
These 10 companies collectively made more than $100 million in profits every
hour of every day during the past quarter. Their cash holdings range from
nearly $12 billion to more than $61 billion. But are they good investments? |
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The Coal Industry's Best Friend
Coal isn't going away anytime soon. We use too much of it. But with a global
summit on the horizon and "cap and trade" legislation looming in the United
States, it's imperative for the industry to find ways to pollute less. One
company does just that. |
November
2009
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A Higher Dividend Tax is Coming. Here's How to Beat It
The landscape for income investors is on the cusp of changing. In the next
few months, Congress will vote on the 2010 federal budget, which is likely
to recommend a provision to increase dividend taxes on some Americans. If
passed, the rule change will require new strategies for income investors.
And while some investments will suffer, we found one high-yield investment
class that looks even more attractive after the tax hike. |
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Companies that Crush Their Peers
It's no secret that the most successful "category killers" have been some of
the market's biggest winners. Companies like like Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT),
Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT) and Netflix (Nasdaq: NFLX) weren't always dominant --
they steadily gained market share and crushed the competition over time.
I've identified two companies that show similar traits. |
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Is it Time to Buy This Company?
No matter the economy, people still have to eat. Find out why this American
agriculture company could be a great long and short-term addition to your
portfolio. |
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SEC Creates the Bargain of the Year
One of last year's hottest stocks is now trading at a historical discount,
thanks in part to an informal SEC inquiry into revenue recognition
practices. Another government agency recently gave the company its stamp of
approval, however, and now could be the best time to invest in this industry
leader. |
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This Precious Metal ETF Could Skyrocket
One of the best ways to take advantage of this booming market is by
purchasing mining stocks. The supply/demand fundamentals look very favorable
right now, and tremendous momentum is building behind this precious metal. |
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The Health Care Reform Winner
Investors have shied away from the health sector because of uncertainty
surrounding reform efforts in the United States, but one industry-leading
company will win out either way. |
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This Commodity is Poised to Outshine Gold
Last year's shortages are driving up prices of
one of the world's most important staple foods. This commodity could be on
pace for big returns if investors where to invest. |
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1.3 Billion People Need Soap
This company sells practical necessities to the largest population on earth.
Its growth potential is massive, and the stock currently yields more than
20%. |
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The Next 'Home Run' Sector
Every decade has a home run sector. The 70s had gold. The 90s had the tech
stock boom. Find out which sector could outperform during the next decade. |
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Warning: You May Not be Making as Much on Gold as You Think
Millions of investors who bought gold in the last 12 months have seen
returns of more than +60%. But there's a catch to most investors' gains,
gold is not a capital asset. Find out how much you are really making with
your gold investments. |
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This ETF Has TRIPLED the S&P 500
This week's "Trade of the Week" is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that is
positioned to potentially profit from a rising tide in the global
agricultural market. The fund has tripled the performance of the S&P 500,
and I expect those gains to continue in the coming months... |
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The Secret Berkshire Discount
Investors interested in profiting from Warren Buffett's investment acumen
should consider this alternative to Berkshire Hathaway. It's a back door
strategy that allows investors to own the stock at a -17% discount. |
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The Historic Change Igniting a High-Yield Bull Market
A massive shift of assets in a major world market is about to occur, and one
group of high-yield securities looks poised to reap the rewards. But you can
still get in before the crowd catches on... and lock in strong yields. |
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Government Data Shows This Key Sector Won't Turn a Profit for At Least 3 More
Years
Bank health isn't what it used to be. According to my calculations, banks
currently have a $56 billion reserve deficit. At current levels of
profitability, that means banks won't show a profit for 3.25 years. The good
news is that Wall Street is bound to begin placing a premium on sound banks
like this discounted community banker. |
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Is Mexico the "New" China?
Mexico has overtaken China as the world's cheapest country for
manufacturing. Two companies are in perfect position to profit as more firms
outsource production to Mexico. |
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The Single Best Move for Quick Commodity Profits
When investors talk about commodities, they usually focus on oil and natural
gas. But those aren't the smart trades. Good fundamentals and a little legal
inside information is fueling this next big profit play. |
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Mexico's
Best Income Stock
This NYSE-listed ADR has been given a
legal monopoly until 2048. The control
of this lucrative market puts the
company in prime position to pay fat
dividends for decades to come. |
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Jim Rogers: Time to Buy Agricultural Commodities
If you're an investor, you've probably heard that emerging markets can be
profitable investments. But there's another sector profiting from what may
be the single most overlooked truth about these quickly expanding countries. |
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The High-Yield Powerhouse Sector
These companies boast yields of more than 6%, and they raise distributions
year after year. With highly stable businesses, inelastic demand and natural
barriers to entry, they should continue to pay large dividends for years to
come. |
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This World Leader Looks Like a Great Short-Term Trade
This week's "Trade of the Week" comes from the pharmaceutical
sector. This company is one of the world's leading providers of health care
products. Its strong drug portfolio and diverse revenue stream could lead to
big profits -- and even bigger yields for investors. |
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Two Brazilian Plays to Beat the Market
These companies pay big dividends in a foreign currency, a great way for
investors to protect their portfolio from a falling dollar. Even better,
these companies have exposure to one of the fastest growing economies in the
world. |
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Investors Needn't Fear a Double-Dip Recession
Just when the economy seems to be recovering, we learn that unemployment has
climbed above the 10% mark -- the highest it has been in 26 years. How can
investors profit from the fear around the double-dip recession? One
investment idea stands out above the rest. |
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The Best Income Index You've Never Heard of
One of the best places to hunt for income ideas are the numerous indices
focused on dividend stocks. I've uncovered one index that is a little-known
'sister' of the famous S&P Dividend Aristocrats Index. Its unique take on
finding income stocks could lead you to some of the most attractive yields
on the market. |
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The Meanest 10% Yield in the
World
The movie business thrived during the Great Depression. You'll never guess
which entertainment business is booming now -- and the yield will blow you
away. |
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Has Asia Dethroned Detroit as the Auto Sector Leader?
Detroit is the heart of the automotive industry.
At least, that's what Americans think. On the global frontier, it's all
about China and India, and specifically these two companies that are changing how
the game is played. |
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This Security Moves UP When the Market
Heads DOWN
This week I'm recommending a special
kind of security that could help you
profit from a declining market. These
securities are designed to increase in
value when the stock market heads lower
-- find out which security is my
favorite. |
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Get 12% in an Ancient Business with a Bright Future
The long-term worldwide trend toward ever-expanding industrialization has
been interrupted -- but only temporarily. This company is in line to reap
huge profits when it resumes, and you get paid 12% to wait. |
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Buffett Loves These Misunderstood Investments
Last October, when the markets seemed at their worst, Warren Buffett told us
not to give up on U.S. stocks. But it was one investment in particular that
stands out as perhaps his shrewdest move in decades. Learn about how a major
disconnect in the market can net significant appreciation potential for
investors. |
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Five Ways to Ride the Commodities Bull
After hitting new highs (again), gold is on the top of every investor's
mind. But it's only up +20% year-to-date, other commodities have outrun the
hallowed commodity. Here's how to benefit from the rest of the commodity
run. |
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How One Small Mouse Plans to Take Over China
After more than a decade of waiting, Disney finally has the approval it
needs to build a new theme park in Shanghai. After a disappointment in Hong
Kong, Disney is doing things differently and investors will profit from
their previous experience. |
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Pay Yourself What Social Security Won't
For the first time in nearly 35 years there will be no cost of living
adjustment in payments to Social Security recipients. But for many, monthly
bills will increase anyway. We've uncovered one investment class that can
help you increase your income despite the lack of help from Social Security. |
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How and Why China Will Flood the Gold Market
It's no secret that China is buying a lot of gold. But there will be more to
this story as the growing Chinese middle class keep increasing. Find out why
this emerging giant could flood the gold market. |
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On the Cusp of a New Energy Future
Already, $80 billion in the economic stimulus package has been distributed
to green energy programs. And President Obama stressed the need for more
funding to continue green projects. Find the companies that will profit from
these investments. |
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Pay Yourself What Social Security Won't
For the first time in nearly 35 years
there will be no cost of living
adjustment in payments to Social
Security recipients. But for many,
monthly bills will increase anyway.
We've uncovered one investment class
that can help you increase your income
despite the lack of help from Social
Security. |
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What the "Man Who Made Too Much" Says About Gold
Right now, nearly every currency is
facing the same problem -- governments
are expanding the money supply at a pace
the economy can't keep up with. John
Paulson, one of the greatest hedge-fund
managers to step onto a trading room
floor, thinks it's a good time to turn
to gold. |
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Profit From the Rise of the Machines
Robots are taking over the business
sector. More and more, businesses are
replacing human employees with automated
machines. And at a tenth of the price,
these companies are cutting costs and
increasing their bottom line -- great
news for their share prices. |
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